中美洲

Mesoamerica is a historical region and cultural area in North America that extended from central Mexico to Honduras and Nicaragua.
中美洲是一个历史区域和文化区，北起墨西哥中部，延伸至洪都拉斯和尼加拉瓜。
The ancient civilizations of Mesoamerica, such as the Maya and the Aztecs, were known for their advanced calendar systems and architecture.
中美洲的古代文明，如玛雅和阿兹特克，以其先进的历法系统和建筑闻名。
Corn, or maize, was first domesticated in Mesoamerica and became a staple food for its inhabitants.
玉米最初在中美洲被驯化，并成为当地居民的主要食物。
The ballgame, played in various forms across Mesoamerica, had both recreational and religious significance.
在中美洲各地以不同形式进行的球赛，兼具娱乐和宗教意义。
Mesoamerican societies were characterized by hierarchical structures, with priest-kings holding significant power.
中美洲社会的特点是等级制度，祭司王拥有重要权力。
The hieroglyphic writing system of the Maya civilization is one of the few fully developed writing systems of the pre-Columbian Americas.
玛雅文明的象形文字系统是前哥伦布时期美洲少数完全发展的书写系统之一。
The practice of human sacrifice was prevalent in some Mesoamerican cultures, particularly among the Aztecs.
人祭习俗在某些中美洲文化中盛行，尤其是在阿兹特克人中。
Teotihuacan, located near present-day Mexico City, was one of the largest cities in the ancient world and a major center of Mesoamerican culture.
特奥蒂瓦坎，位于今墨西哥城附近，是古代世界最大的城市之一，也是中美洲文化的中心。
Mesoamerican art is known for its intricate designs and symbolism, often depicting deities and mythological scenes.
中美洲艺术以其复杂的图案和象征意义著称，常描绘神祇和神话场景。
The decline of Mesoamerican civilizations began with the arrival of European conquistadors in the 16th century, leading to a profound cultural disruption.
随着16世纪欧洲征服者的到来，中美洲文明开始衰落，导致了深刻的文化中断。